A shelter advocate acts in the best interest of survivors in the sheltering program and also for callers on the 24/7 support line. This person recognizes the survivor as the best expert on their experience and uses approaches and techniques reflective of the survivor’s self-identified needs. The advocate’s job is to increase survivor safety and decrease further victimization by individuals and systems. They provide comprehensive direct services t...
A shelter advocate acts in the best interest of survivors in the sheltering program and also for callers on the 24/7 support line. This person recognizes the survivor as the best expert on their experience and uses approaches and techniques reflective of the survivor’s self-identified needs. The advocate’s job is to increase survivor safety and decrease further victimization by individuals and systems. They provide comprehensive direct services t...
